1998-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
Numismatic
1998-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
The 1998 Jefferson nickel struck at the San Francisco Mint showcases the incredible precision of modern proof coinage. Struck in a copper nickel alloy, this Gem Proof specimen represents the peak of the coining art, featuring highly polished fields and frosted, detailed devices that create a dramatic visual contrast. The obverse of the coin features a classic profile portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. Surrounding his likeness are the traditional inscriptions of faith and freedom, including "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "LIBERTY", alongside the 1998 date and the "S" mint mark indicating its origin in San Francisco. On the reverse, the design honors Jefferson's architectural masterpiece, his Virginia home known as Monticello. The depiction of the neoclassical estate is rendered with exceptional clarity, showing the dome and portico of the famous building. This side is framed by the national motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM", the name of the estate, and the denominations "FIVE CENTS" and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA".
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1998 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Gem Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
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